Healthcare New Orleans, LA Pop. 383,997

Physical Therapist Salary in New Orleans, Louisiana

The median physical therapist salary in New Orleans, LA is $95,766 per year, which is 2% below the national median and 7.7% above the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$95,766
vs State Avg
+$6,841
vs National
$-1,954
Cost of Living
98%

Physical Therapist Salary in New Orleans by Experience

In New Orleans, an entry-level physical therapist earns around $66,640, while experienced professionals earn up to $125,440 per year. The local cost of living index is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$66,640
$-1,360 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$96,040
$-1,960 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$125,440
$-2,560 vs national

Salary Percentiles in New Orleans, LA

Percentile New Orleans
10th Percentile $65,464
25th Percentile $78,596
Median (50th) $95,766
75th Percentile $114,072
90th Percentile $127,596

Physical Therapist Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

Baton Rouge, LA
$89,902
Pop. 227,470
Lafayette, LA
$85,994
Pop. 121,374
Lake Charles, LA
$84,039
Pop. 80,000
Shreveport, LA
$83,062
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a Physical Therapist in New Orleans

Education

Most physical therapist positions require a doctoral degree. New Orleans and the surrounding Louisiana area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Manual TherapyExercise PrescriptionPatient AssessmentRehabilitationAnatomyDocumentation

Job Outlook

Nationally, physical therapist employment is projected to grow 15% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in New Orleans may vary based on local industry and population growth.